The agonising wait for an organ donor: ‘I’m always waiting for the call’

The Independent - Sep 20, 2026

Nine people a week are dying while on the waiting list for an organ transplant, which now numbers almost 8,700

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Trump eyes busy week of meetings as UN General Assembly gathers
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The US President will highlight how he and his administration “have confronted complex problems head-on around the world" during his address to the UN, says the US Ambassador to the UN.

Tea shortage warning as climate crisis sees production plummet and prices soar
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Potential ‘autumn bounce’ for housing market as asking prices jump in September
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Housing market experts said sellers need to be realistic on price to attract buyers.

Milk shortage warning as drought in England and Wales puts major strain on supply
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UK daily milk collections are currently running around 1.24 million litres (3.7 per cent) lower than the same week last year

Man who weighed 49st and wore 72-inch-waist trousers loses 32 stone after doctor’s stark warning
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Man who weighed 49st and wore 72-inch-waist trousers loses 32 stone after doctor’s stark warning

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Scam fears causing one in three UK consumers to abandon online purchases – study
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Almost a third of customers believe companies should pay compensation to those scammed by a third party pretending to represent the firm.

UK house prices jump for first time in months in latest sign of ‘autumn bounce’
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Chris Appleton reveals whether Kim Kardashian will make Strictly appearance
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Kim Kardashian posted on social media to support Appleton when his participation in the show was announced and also sent him flowers

Harry and Meghan need protection to avoid Diana’s ordeal, Earl Spencer says
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Princess Diana’s brother compares the “really unpleasant” behaviour of the media towards the Sussexes to how his late sister was treated.

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